BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving. Audi A6 engine produces 14 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 10 NM less than BMW 5 series. Due to the lower power, Audi A6 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
11.3
11.0
Real fuel consumption:
11.0 l/100km
12.7 l/100km
The Audi A6 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Audi A6 consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Audi A6 could require 45 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Audi A6 consumes 1.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series.
Audi A6 has 4x4: The vehicle features full-time Quattro IV all-wheel drive with Torsen center differential and electronic traction control, which operates at speeds up to 40 km/h (25 mph) and applies braking to spinning wheels, with the effect of locking the front and rear differentials.
Dimensions
Length:
4.80 m
4.72 m
Width:
1.78 m
1.75 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.41 m
Both cars are similar in size. Audi A6 is 8 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, 3 cm wider, while the height of Audi A6 is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
510 litres
460 litres
Audi A6 has more luggage capacity. Audi A6 has 50 litres more trunk space than the BMW 5 series.
Turning diameter:
11.4 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Audi A6 is 0.4 metres more than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Audi A6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
