2007 Audi A6 vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
