2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (285 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 2004 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2004 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2004 Volkswagen Passat 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.
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2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | A6 | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1349 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |