2007 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Audi S5. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
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, 2007 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S5. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | S5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
