2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Audi A4

To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 367 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.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A6 2004 Audi A4
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 A4
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2496 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 235 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 77.4 mm
Top Speed 221 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1662 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 4940 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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