2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |