2007 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, both 2007 BMW M3 and 2007 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 380 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 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 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6. 2007 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW M3 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | M3 | A6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |