2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (300 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Grand Vitara | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
