2003 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 530 | A6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |