1999 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Audi Allroad
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 184 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2006 Audi Allroad | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | Allroad |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
