2002 BMW 740 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 741 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 740 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
