2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 265 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.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A8 (431 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (321 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A8 | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 321 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |