2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 2 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 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi RS6 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | RS6 | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |