2009 Audi A6 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (330 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
