2006 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 3 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 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2496 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
