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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 4000 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 105 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 A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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, both vehicles can yield 370 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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 2496 cc 2698 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3300 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 221 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.4 seconds 8.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 70 L


 

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