2011 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn LW would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 512 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn LW. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi A6 | 2005 Saturn LW | |
Make | Audi | Saturn |
Model | A6 | LW |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4915 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1458 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2842 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |