2007 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW M3

To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.

Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A6 2009 BMW M3
Make Audi BMW
Model A6 M3
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 3999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 414 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 8300 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 247 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.1 seconds 4.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.5 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 63 L


 

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