2004 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 350 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.
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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2010 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4933 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
