2000 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 1 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
