2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 750

To start off, 2007 BMW 750 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 325 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 2007 BMW 750 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 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, 2007 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 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 2007 BMW 750
Make Audi BMW
Model A6 750
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3130 cc 4797 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 360 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 488 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 88.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1510 kg 1835 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 88 L


 

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