2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 BMW 335. 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 335. 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 335 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 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 335 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 335 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 581 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |