2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 BMW 645 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 205 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 645. 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, both vehicles can yield 451 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2004 BMW 645 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 645 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 6.1 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 | 1610 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |