2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 BMW 630

To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 BMW 630 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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 BMW 630 (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2004 BMW 630
Make Audi BMW
Model A4 630
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 85.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 243 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 6.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.5 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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