2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 318. 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 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 318 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |