2012 BMW 116 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (136 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 116 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 116 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4324 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
