2005 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 235 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.
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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |