2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Transporter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
