2004 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 9 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2013 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 535 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 535 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
