2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 7 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. Both 2005 Audi A6 and 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara are equipped with a 2,393 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A6 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
