2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 (285 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |