Audi A6 1999 vs BMW 5 series 1996

 
Audi A6
1999 - 2001
BMW 5 series
1996 - 2000
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 4.2 Petrol4.4 Petrol

Performance

Power: 300 HP286 HP
Torque: 400 NM440 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.9 seconds6.4 seconds
BMW 5 series is a more dynamic driving.
Audi A6 engine produces 14 HP more power than BMW 5 series, but torque is 40 NM less than BMW 5 series. Despite the higher power, Audi A6 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 13.012.0
Real fuel consumption: 14.3 l/100km13.3 l/100km
The BMW 5 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Audi A6 consumes 1 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 150 litres more fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi A6 consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series.
Fuel tank capacity: 82 litres70 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 630 km in combined cycle580 km in combined cycle
860 km on highway760 km on highway
570 km with real consumption520 km with real consumption
Audi A6 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive)Rear wheel drive (RWD)

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: 4.83 m4.78 m
Width: 1.85 m1.80 m
Height: 1.45 m1.44 m
Audi A6 is larger.
Audi A6 is 5 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, 5 cm wider, while the height of Audi A6 is 1 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 434 litres460 litres
BMW 5 series has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Audi A6 has 26 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. This could mean that the Audi A6 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 11.7 meters11 meters
The turning circle of the Audi A6 is 0.7 metres more than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Audi A6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 2`2902`200
Safety:
Quality:
below average

below average
BMW 5 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 5 series quality could be a bit better.
Average price (€): 14003200
Rating in user reviews: 7.8/10 7.9/10
Pros and Cons: Audi A6 has
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • has 4x4 drive
  • lower price
BMW 5 sērija has
  • more dynamic
  • lower fuel consumption
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
  • higher safety
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