2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 BMW 135 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 160 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 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. 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 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 135 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |