2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 BMW 630
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 BMW 630 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. 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 630. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (305 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630. 2004 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 630 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2004 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 630 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
