2005 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2012 Audi A6 (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 530 | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |