2005 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 vs. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 and 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic. (168 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 3.0.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A6 Avant 3.0 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 Avant 3.0 | 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Multitronic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
