2004 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, both 2004 Audi RS6 and 2004 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi RS6 (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2004 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | RS6 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
