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 122 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 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 BMW 335 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. 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 335. 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (381 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.
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 | 2698 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
