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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 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, 2005 Audi A6 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 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 | 2393 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |