2005 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Multitronic vs. 2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Multitronic and 2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Multitronic. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Multitronic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Multitronic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Multitronic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro 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 4.2 Quattro (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Multitronic. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Multitronic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 3.2 FSi Multitronic | 2005 Audi A6 4.2 Quattro | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
