2004 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (105 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 659 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
