2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |