2004 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 473 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Jetta | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Jetta | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
