2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Audi A3

To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2007 Audi A3
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 A3
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 227 km/hour 234 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.4 seconds 7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1278 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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