2005 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 895 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

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2005 Audi A6 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
Make Audi Rolls-Royce
Model A6 Park Ward
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 499 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.2 seconds 7.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 2450 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5650 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L