2006 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Audi A4

To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. Both 2006 Audi A6 and 2005 Audi A4 are equipped with a 2,393 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi A6 2005 Audi A4
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 A4
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 78.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 231 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 9.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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