2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 Audi A6 (370 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A6 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
