2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Ford Galaxy

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (222 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Galaxy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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 Ford Galaxy (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Ford Galaxy
Make Audi Ford
Model A6 Galaxy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 13.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1741 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2870 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.3 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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