2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |