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 (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) 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 5 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A6 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |