2005 Audi A6 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 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 (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
