2005 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Audi S5. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (420 Nm). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
