2002 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (421 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
