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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 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 Audi A6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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 320. 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 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 320 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |