2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Pontiac Sunfire 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A6 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A6 Sunfire
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 2189 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1555 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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