2008 BMW 535 vs. 2004 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (248 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2004 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 535 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
