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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). 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 | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |