2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
