2011 BMW 550 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2012 Audi A6. (211 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2012 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A6. (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 550 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 550 | A6 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |