2004 Audi A6 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 9 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (265 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2013 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Audi A6 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Audi | Audi |
Model | A6 | A6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2912 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |