2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 320

To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,121 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.

Because 2007 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 330 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2007 BMW 320
Make Audi BMW
Model A6 320
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3121 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 13.0:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 221 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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