2003 Audi A6 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
