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 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 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 A4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 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.
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2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3121 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 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 | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |