2007 Audi A6 2.7 TDI vs. 2007 Audi A6 Allroad 4.2 Quattro
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 2.7 TDI and 2007 Audi A6 Allroad 4.2 Quattro were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 Allroad 4.2 Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 Allroad 4.2 Quattro (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6 2.7 TDI. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 Allroad 4.2 Quattro should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6 2.7 TDI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 Allroad 4.2 Quattro weights approximately 585 kg more than 2007 Audi A6 2.7 TDI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 Allroad 4.2 Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6 2.7 TDI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 Allroad 4.2 Quattro 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, both vehicles can yield 380 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 2.7 TDI | 2007 Audi A6 Allroad 4.2 Quattro | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |