2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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 320. 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 320 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 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 320 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |