2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Audi A8
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Audi A8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Audi A8 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |