2007 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 621 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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 2013 Subaru BRZ. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | BRZ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
