2006 Audi A8 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
