2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 BMW 130 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (262 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |