2005 Audi A6 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
