2005 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 8 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (328 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2013 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 745 | A6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2912 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |