2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 BMW 320

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 BMW 320
Make Audi BMW
Model A6 320
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 371 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.3 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 219 km/hour 216 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 9.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L