2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |