2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 104 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 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (351 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
| Model | A6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
