2006 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 235 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 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
