2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc, 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
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 (370 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A3 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
