2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2005 Audi RS4
To start off, both 2005 Audi RS6 and 2005 Audi RS4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Audi RS4. (376 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi RS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Audi RS4. 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 @ 1950 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi RS4. 2005 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi RS6 | 2005 Audi RS4 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | RS6 | RS4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 449 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |