2006 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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, 2012 Audi A6 (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 525 | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |