2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 325 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |