2004 Audi Allroad vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Audi Allroad. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 9 kg more than 2012 BMW 640.
Because 2004 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 640. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad 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, 2012 BMW 640 (630 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi Allroad. (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 640 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi Allroad | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Allroad | 640 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1365 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
