2006 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW M6
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2009 BMW M6 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 2009 BMW M6. 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW M6 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | M6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |