2009 BMW 335 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2009 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 335 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
