2007 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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2007 Audi A6 | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 64 L |