2007 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 397 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A6 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |