2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
