2009 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 890 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 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
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2009 Audi A6 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 6 series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |