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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
