2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 784 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.
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 Volkswagen Multivan (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Multivan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |