2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | RS6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
