2010 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4.
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, 2010 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A6 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4934 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1519 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2833 mm | 2660 mm |
