2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, both 2005 Audi RS6 and 2005 Audi A4 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 RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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 RS6 (560 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi RS6 | 2005 Audi A4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | RS6 | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |