2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 325

To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.

Because 2007 BMW 325 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 325. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Audi A6 2007 BMW 325
Make Audi BMW
Model A6 325
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3698 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 178 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 78.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 6.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1495 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L