2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad 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. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (223 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi Allroad (380 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | Allroad | A4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
