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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 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 BMW 330 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 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 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |