2003 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 692 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
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2003 Audi A6 | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Audi | Smart |
Model | A6 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |