2008 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | Convertible |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 4797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |