2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 175 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 A6 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 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, 2005 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 330 | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |