2006 Audi S6 vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, both 2006 Audi S6 and 2006 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318.
Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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 S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S6 | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S6 | 318 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |