2009 Audi A6 vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (421 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2004 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |