Audi A6 1994 vs BMW 1 series 2004

 
Audi A6
1994 - 1997
BMW 1 series
2004 - 2007
Body: SedanHatchback
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 2.5 Diesel2.0 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming chain
Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.

Performance

Power: 115 HP122 HP
Torque: 265 NM280 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.2 seconds10 seconds
BMW 1 series is a more dynamic driving.
Audi A6 engine produces 7 HP less power than BMW 1 series, whereas torque is 15 NM less than BMW 1 series. Due to the lower power, Audi A6 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.95.6
Real fuel consumption: 6.7 l/100km6.1 l/100km
The BMW 1 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Audi A6 consumes 1.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 1 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Audi A6 could require 195 litres more fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi A6 consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 1 series.
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres50 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1150 km in combined cycle890 km in combined cycle
1450 km on highway1110 km on highway
1190 km with real consumption810 km with real consumption
Audi A6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Rear wheel drive (RWD)

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 770'000 km390'000 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: 6 years9 years
Engine spread: Used also on Audi 100Used also on BMW 3 sērija
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 1 series might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.80 m4.23 m
Width: 1.78 m1.75 m
Height: 1.43 m1.43 m
Audi A6 is larger.
Audi A6 is 57 cm longer than the BMW 1 series, 3 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 510 litres330 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1150 litres
Audi A6 has more luggage capacity.
Audi A6 has 180 litres more trunk space than the BMW 1 series.
Turning diameter: 11.4 meters11 meters
The turning circle of the Audi A6 is 0.4 metres more than that of the BMW 1 series, which means Audi A6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 2`0101`810
Safety: no data
Quality:
below average

above average
BMW 1 series has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Audi A6 has serious deffects in 570 percent more cases than BMW 1 series, so BMW 1 series quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 16003400
Rating in user reviews: 8.0/10 8.0/10
Pros and Cons: Audi A6 has
  • timing belt engine
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • roomier boot
  • lower price
BMW 1 sērija has
  • timing chain engine
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • lower fuel consumption
  • fewer faults
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