BMW 3 series 2005 vs Audi A6 2005
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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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: | 8.3 seconds | 9.5 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 1.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.0 | 9.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.3 l/100km | 10.3 l/100km | |
| By specification BMW 3 series consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A6, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 3 series could require 60 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 630 km in combined cycle | 720 km in combined cycle | |
| 820 km on highway | 980 km on highway | ||
| 610 km with real consumption | 670 km with real consumption | ||
| Audi A6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
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BMW 3 sērija has 4x4: BMW xDrive is a proactive all-wheel drive system without a center differential that engages before the vehicle becomes destabilized, unnoticed by the driver. Torque is distributed between the axles by an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case. The clutch is partially locked most of the time, distributing power to both axles in a 40/60 front/rear ratio, but the system is capable of sending 100% of the torque to either axle. At high speeds or when parking, for example, the clutch is disengaged and all power is sent to the rear wheels. DSC (Dynamic Stability Control) also brakes the wheels individually to regain traction and assist in cornering. | |||
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 2005 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 2005 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`200 | 2`255 | |
| 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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