2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (231 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
