2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 BMW 523
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 BMW 523 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 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 523.
Because 2008 BMW 523 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 523. 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 Audi A6 (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 BMW 523 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 523 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |