2005 Audi A6 2.4 Multitronic vs. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 2.4 Multitronic and 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 2.4 Multitronic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 178 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Audi A6 2.4 Multitronic.
Because 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6 2.4 Multitronic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi 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 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6 2.4 Multitronic. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6 2.4 Multitronic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 2.4 Multitronic | 2005 Audi A6 Avant 2.5 TDi Quattro Automatic | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
