2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 BMW 130
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 BMW 130 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
Because 2008 BMW 130 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 2008 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
