2005 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 4 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
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, 2005 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
