2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |