2007 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Audi A3 is newer by 5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A3. 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 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2012 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
