2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
