2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 BMW 5 Series
When we compare the 2001 Audi A6's and the 2001 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2001 Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2001 BMW 5 Series has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2001 Audi A6's and the 2001 BMW 5 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2001 Audi A6 is a better car than the 2001 BMW 5 Series.
2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 BMW 5 Series Pricing
A used 2001 Audi A6 ranges from $999 to $7,195 while a used 2001 BMW 5 Series is priced between $2,197 to $10,866.
2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 BMW 5 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2001 Audi A6 loses 58.2 percent of its value and the 2001 BMW 5 Series loses 59.1 percent of its value. This means the 2001 Audi A6 retains 0.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2001 BMW 5 Series.
2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 BMW 5 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi A6 is 8.4 out of 10 while the BMW 5 Series' quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Audi A6 being ranked 5 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the BMW 5 Series being ranked 13 out of 29.
2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 BMW 5 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi A6 is 8.7 out of 10. For the BMW 5 Series the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Audi A6 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW 5 Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2001 Audi A6’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 2001 BMW 5 Series base engine makes 184 horsepower. The A6 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 414 miles. The 5 Series is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 486 miles. This gives the 2001 BMW 5 Series the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2001 Audi A6. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2001 Audi A6 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
999 - 7195
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.582474
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2197 - 10866
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.59095
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.445588 / 10
Reliability:
8.736765 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 5 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.444269 / 10
Reliability:
8.332809 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29BMW 5 Series Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2001 Audi A6 Trim Levels
2.7T quattro, 2.8, 2.8 quattro, 4.2 quattro, 2.8 Avant quattro
2001 BMW 5 Series Trim Levels
525i, 530i, 540i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
207 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
184 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
175 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 414 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 486 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3560 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
192 inches
Wheelbase:
108.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3450 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
188 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R16