2005 BMW 325 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 599 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 325 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
