2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (321 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
