2009 Audi A5 vs. 2004 Audi A6

To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.

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, 2004 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A5 2004 Audi A6
Make Audi Audi
Model A5 A6
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3197 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 221 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.1 seconds 9.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1536 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.2 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 70 L


 

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