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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 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 160 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.

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 2976 cc 2994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 241 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 6.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.7 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 53 L


 

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