2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi vs. 2005 Audi A6 2.5 TDI Avant Multitronic

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi and 2005 Audi A6 2.5 TDI Avant Multitronic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6 2.5 TDI Avant Multitronic. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6 2.5 TDI Avant Multitronic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Audi A6 2.5 TDI Avant Multitronic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Avant 2.7 TDi (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6 2.5 TDI Avant Multitronic. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6 2.5 TDI Avant Multitronic. 2005 Audi A6 2.5 TDI Avant Multitronic has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 2.5 TDI Avant Multitronic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.7 TDi 2005 Audi A6 2.5 TDI Avant Multitronic
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 A6
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2698 cc 2496 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 225 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 1645 kg
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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