2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 BMW 116
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 BMW 116 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 132 more horse power than 2004 BMW 116. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 BMW 116. 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 2004 BMW 116. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2004 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
