2007 Audi A6 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 3 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2010 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
