2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 613 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.

Because 2005 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Toyota Tundra
Make Audi Toyota
Model A6 Tundra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 441 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 2148 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3270 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 100 L


 

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