1998 Audi A6 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2225 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
