2005 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Audi A4

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.

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2005 Audi A6 2004 Audi A4
Make Audi Audi
Model A6 A4
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 13.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.8 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L