2005 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 6 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2011 Audi A6 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. 2011 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2833 mm |
