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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (231 HP @ 4000 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 90 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |