2005 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Audi A6. 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 745. 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, 2005 BMW 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 745 | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |