2004 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (331 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
