2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 340 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible 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 Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | Convertible |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| 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 | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
