2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 BMW 325 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 236 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
