2003 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 415 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 325 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
