2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 630

To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 BMW 630 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 630 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 630 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 630. 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 630 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 630 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 630
Make Audi BMW
Model A6 630
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 230 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.1 seconds 6.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1608 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.9 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L