2004 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Audi Q5
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 5 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), 2009 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2009 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |