2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 BMW 740
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 BMW 740 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (303 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (222 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. 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 2006 BMW 740. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740. 2006 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2006 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 303 HP |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
