2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
