2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 116
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 BMW 116 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (179 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW 116 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 116 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |