2006 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Audi Allroad
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 Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad will offer significantly more control. 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 Allroad (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | Allroad |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
