2004 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 BMW 545. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2010 Audi S6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 545 | S6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2847 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |