2004 Audi RS4 vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, both 2004 Audi RS4 and 2004 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (179 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Audi RS4.
Because 2004 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS4 | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS4 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
