2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |