2004 Audi A6 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
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2004 Audi A6 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |