2004 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2004 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 530 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
