2007 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 4 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
