2000 Audi RS4 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (222 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Audi RS4.
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, 2000 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi RS4 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
