2006 BMW 745 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2010 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 745 | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |