2006 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. Both 2006 Audi A6 and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg are equipped with a 2,967 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 547 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |