2002 Audi A6 vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2002 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2003 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |
