2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2005 BMW 325 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 325. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |