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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 509 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. 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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
