2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Audi S3 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S3 (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2004 Audi S3.
Because 2004 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S3 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S3.
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2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Audi S3 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | S3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |