BMW 3 series 2007 vs Audi A6 2005
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.4 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 218 HP | 177 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 41 HP more power than Audi A6, whereas torque is 20 NM more than Audi A6. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 | 9.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.5 l/100km | 10.0 l/100km | |
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The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 3 series consumes 2.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 405 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 870 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 1120 km on highway | 970 km on highway | ||
| 660 km with real consumption | 700 km with real consumption | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 390'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Audi A6 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW X3, BMW Z4 | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 3 series might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| BMW 3 sērija 2007 2.5 engine: On this engine, the valve seals and crankcase breather valve diaphragm tend to fail after 80-100 000 km, leading to increased oil consumption. It is recommended to choose engines manufactured in the last years ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2007 2.5 engine Audi A6 2005 2.4 engine: The BDW engine's timing chain, expected to be long-lasting, typically lasts only 100,000–150,000 km, depending on driving habits. If a cold engine produces a distinct rattling sound, the chain may have ... More about Audi A6 2005 2.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.52 m | 4.93 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.46 m | |
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BMW 3 series is smaller. BMW 3 series is 41 cm shorter than the Audi A6, 4 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 565 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1385 litres | no data | |
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Audi A6 has more luggage space. BMW 3 series has 105 litres less trunk space than the Audi A6. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 12 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 1 metres less than that of the Audi A6, which means BMW 3 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`030 | 2`225 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | average | |
| BMW 3 series has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Audi A6, so BMW 3 series quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 4200 | 4000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
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