2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 320. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |