2005 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 8 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A6 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |