2005 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
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 A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
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2005 Audi A4 | 2006 Audi A4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3189 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 | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |