2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Audi Q7
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2008 Audi Q7 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. 2008 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A6 | 2008 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | Q7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3121 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |