2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 550
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 BMW 550 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 150 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 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 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 550 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 550 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 5.5 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 | 1510 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |