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 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 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 240 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A4 | A6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3122 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |