2005 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 320 | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |