2008 BMW 528 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 BMW 528. 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 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (272 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 528 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
