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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |