2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (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 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
