2007 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2803 mm |
