2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 BMW 335 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 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2008 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 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 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 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 335 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 335 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.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 335 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |