2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Audi A6

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 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 A6 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Audi A6
Make Audi Audi
Model A4 A6
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1784 cc 2496 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 370 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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