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 2,496 cc, 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5700 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 646 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 (370 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (210 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 | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1786 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
