2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 BMW 116 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW 116 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 116 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |