2005 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 85 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.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 19 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |