2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
