2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 BMW 535
To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 BMW 535 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2005 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
