2008 Audi A6 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,001 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3001 cc |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
