2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 BMW 125 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 125 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |