2006 Audi A6 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 5 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2011 BMW 740 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 2011 BMW 740. 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 740 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |