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 267 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (177 HP @ 1500 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 275 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 (580 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). 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 | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 66 L |