2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 BMW 650
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 BMW 650 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 650. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 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 650 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 650 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |