2008 Audi A6 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 BMW 525. 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 2012 BMW 525. 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
