2004 Audi A6 vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 4 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), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A6 (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2004 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
