2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 745
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 BMW 745 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 255 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 745. 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 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 745 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 745 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |