2007 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Audi S4.
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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (370 Nm). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | S4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
