2007 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 6 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 368 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 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | single |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4969 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2914 mm |