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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
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, both vehicles can yield 230 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 523 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
