2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 365 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 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 330 | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |