2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. 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 138 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2912 mm |
