2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 330

To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 BMW 330.

Because 2009 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2009 BMW 330
Make Audi BMW
Model A6 330
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3697 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 177 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 3300 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 225 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 6.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L


 

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