2005 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T vs. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro Automatic
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T and 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro Automatic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro Automatic (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro Automatic should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro Automatic weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro Automatic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro Automatic 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 Avant 2.4 Quattro Automatic (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro Automatic has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A6 Avant 1.8 T | 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.4 Quattro Automatic | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |