2004 Audi A4 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 730 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 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
