Audi A6 is a more dynamic driving. Audi A4 engine produces 24 HP less power than Audi A6, whereas torque is 28 NM less than Audi A6. Due to the lower power, Audi A4 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.5 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
8.8
9.2
Audi A4 consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6, which means that by driving the Audi A4 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 60 litres of fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
62 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
700 km in combined cycle
760 km in combined cycle
930 km on highway
980 km on highway
Audi A6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
480'000 km
460'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
4 years
4 years
Engine spread:
Used only for this car
Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Audi A4, Volkswagen Golf, Skoda Octavia, Volkswagen Bora
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Audi A6 might be a better choice in this respect.
Audi A6 1997 1.8 engine: This engine is known for its reliability and durability, often lasting over 450,000 km with proper maintenance. Regular maintenance, particularly using high-quality oil, is essential to maximize its lifespan and performance.
One of the most common issues is the failure of the vacuum regulator for the intake ... More about Audi A6 1997 1.8 engine
Dimensions
Length:
4.48 m
4.80 m
Width:
1.73 m
1.81 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.45 m
Audi A4 is smaller. Audi A4 is 32 cm shorter than the Audi A6, 8 cm narrower, while the height of Audi A4 is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
440 litres
551 litres
Audi A6 has more luggage space. Audi A4 has 111 litres less trunk space than the Audi A6.
Turning diameter:
11.1 meters
11.7 meters
The turning circle of the Audi A4 is 0.6 metres less than that of the Audi A6, which means Audi A4 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Audi A4 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Audi A6, so Audi A4 quality could be a bit better.
