2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc, 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (320 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1894 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 285 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1331 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |