1997 Audi A6 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
