2006 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | M3 | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2912 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |