2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 177 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1712 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
