2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Dodge Intrepid were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. 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 Dodge Intrepid. 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 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Intrepid. 2004 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | A6 | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
