2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 Audi S6
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 Audi S6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Audi S3. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2007 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S3. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S3. 2007 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 2007 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S3 | S6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
