2009 Audi Q5 vs. 2004 Audi A6

To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5.

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2009 Audi Q5 2004 Audi A6
Make Audi Audi
Model Q5 A6
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2698 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 169 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 3300 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 83.1 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 204 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 8.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1695 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L