2009 Audi S6 vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S6 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |