2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2009 BMW 335 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 335. 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 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 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 335 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 335 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |