2005 Audi A2 vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A2 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
