2007 Audi S6 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2007 Audi S6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. 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 126 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (309 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 646 kg more than 2007 Audi S6.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S6 | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | S6 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |