2008 BMW 528 vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, both 2008 BMW 528 and 2008 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 230 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 BMW 528.
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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 528 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 528 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 528 | 2008 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 528 | A6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |