2007 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic vs. 2007 Audi A6 Avant 2.4
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic and 2007 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6 Avant 2.4. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6 Avant 2.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Audi A6 Avant 2.4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6 Avant 2.4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6 Avant 2.4. (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6 Avant 2.4. 2007 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro Tiptronic | 2007 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |