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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 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 420 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 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.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2495 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 | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7.2 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 | 1890 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |