2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 505 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |