2007 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan Plus 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan Plus 8 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | A6 | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
