2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 330. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
