2004 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Audi A6

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (248 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.

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, 2004 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A6 2005 Audi A6
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 A6
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 3123 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 248 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 331 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 246 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 7.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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