2006 Audi A6 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,130 cc, 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (343 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (181 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi A6 (243 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2494 cc |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
