Audi RS 6 vs. BMW M5
When comparing the Audi RS 6's and the BMW M5's specifications and ratings, the Audi RS 6 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Audi RS 6's and the BMW M5's specifications and ratings, the Audi RS 6 is a better car than the BMW M5.
Audi RS 6 vs. BMW M5 Pricing
A used 2003 Audi RS 6 ranges from $13,845 to $28,894 while a used 2003 BMW M5 is priced between $19,999 to $116,490.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi RS 6’s base engine makes 450 horsepower, and the BMW M5 base engine makes 394 horsepower. The RS 6 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 420 miles. The M5 is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 342 miles. This gives the Audi RS 6 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the BMW M5. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13845 - 28894
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
19999 - 116490
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.542258
Audi RS 6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW M5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.605462 / 10
Reliability:
7.810924 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi RS 6 Rankings
Not yet available
BMW M5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 7Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 20Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi RS 6 Trim Levels
quattro
BMW M5 Trim Levels
Base
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):
Not yet available
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:
450 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
415 foot-lbs @ 1950 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.112 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
394 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
368 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.098 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 420 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 19 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
216 / 342 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Navigation System:
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
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
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:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 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:
4024 lbs
Width:
78.4 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
191.3 inches
Wheelbase:
108.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4024 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
188.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/40ZR18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/35ZR18