2004 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 7 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S6 weights approximately 325 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2011 Audi S6 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. 2011 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A4 | S6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2847 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
