Audi A6 4B,C5 1.8 T (180 Hp)
Audi A6:
The Audi A6 is an executive car manufactured by the German company Audi since 1994. Now in its sixth generation, the successor to the Audi 100 is manufactured in Neckarsulm, Germany, and is available in saloon and estate configurations, the latter marketed by Audi as the Avant. Audi's internal numbering treats the A6 as a continuation of the Audi 100 lineage, with the initial A6 designated as a member of the C4-series, followed by the C5, C6, C7, C8 and the C9. The related Audi A7 is essentially a Sportback version of the C7-series and C8-series A6 but is marketed under its own separate identity and model designation....(Read more on Wikipedia)
4B,C5 Overview:
Audi A6 (4B,C5). With 235 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1390 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.5 s). The top speed reaches 230 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (180 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Respectable acceleration of 8 sec, suitable for most driving situations.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Standard trunk space (455 L) suitable for daily needs.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Sedan (4G, C7): May, 2011 - 2014).
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| Brand: | Audi |
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| Model: | A6 |
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| Generation: | 4B,C5 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 T (180 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | November, 1997 |
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| End of production: | October, 2000 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 180 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 101.1 Hp/l [119mm less] |
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| Torque: | 235 Nm @ 1950 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | AJL More details about the engine AJL |
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| Engine displacement: | 1781 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 5 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
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| Coolant: | 6 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.9 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.5 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.5 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.5 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 230 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.7 kg/Hp, 129.5 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 169.1 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.1 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1390 |
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| Max. weight: | 1970 |
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| Max load: | 580 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 551 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4796 mm [119mm less] |
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| Width: | 1810 mm [64mm less] |
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| Height: | 1453 mm [15mm less] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2760 mm [152mm less] |
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| Front track: | 1540 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1569 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.68 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
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| Tires size | 205/60 R15 |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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