2011 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A6 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 139 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A4 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1829 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
