2004 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 8 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2004 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | A6 | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
