2005 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
