2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2004 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 525 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |