2005 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 351 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2011 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | A6 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 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 Weight | 1595 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
