2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 BMW 750
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 BMW 750 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 750 weights approximately 440 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 BMW 750 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 750. 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 BMW 750 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 BMW 750 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 750 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |