2004 Audi A6 vs. 2003 BMW 318
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 BMW 318.
Because 2003 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318. 2003 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A6 | 2003 BMW 318 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 318 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |