2004 BMW 535 vs. 2006 Audi S4
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (411 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2006 Audi S4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 535 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
