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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 630 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 630. 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 Audi A6 (350 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630.
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 | 2671 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
