2008 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 305 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.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4395 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |