2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Audi A3
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 117 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A3. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Audi A3 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |