2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2006 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (543 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A6 | GTO |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |