2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,167 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 247 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
