2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
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, 2007 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
