2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Audi S4

To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 255 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.

Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2007 Audi S4
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 S4
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3122 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 339 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 5.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1795 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 13.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 66 L


 

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