2006 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 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. Both 2006 Audi S4 and 2005 Audi Allroad are equipped with a 4,163 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 588 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi Allroad. (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2005 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | Allroad |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
