2004 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 296 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
