2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Oldsmobile Alero were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero 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 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A6 | Alero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
