2007 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
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, 2006 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | S4 | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |