2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 320 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |