2007 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 290 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.
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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2011 Audi S6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | S6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2847 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |