2006 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 330 | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |