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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 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 425 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 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |