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 93 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (207 HP @ 5500 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 135 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2008 BMW 335 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 335. 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 335 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3000 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
