2009 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | A6 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |