2012 Audi A6 2.0 TDI vs. 2012 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro

To start off, both 2012 Audi A6 2.0 TDI and 2012 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro (242 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6 2.0 TDI. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6 2.0 TDI.

Because 2012 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6 2.0 TDI. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Audi A6 2.0 TDI 2012 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 A6
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 242 HP
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4915 mm 4915 mm
Vehicle Width 1872 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1453 mm 1453 mm
Wheelbase Size 2911 mm 2911 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 75 L


 

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