2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2007 Audi S4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | S4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |