2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Audi RS4

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Audi RS4.

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 RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A4 2005 Audi RS4
Make Audi Audi
Model A4 RS4
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3129 cc 2671 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 449 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 10.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 19.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 13.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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