2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 120
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 BMW 120 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 25 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. 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 120. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW 120 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 120 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.1 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 | 1340 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 | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |