2002 Audi A6 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 10 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 114 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 520 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |