2005 Audi A6 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Passat. (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 1999 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |