1996 Audi S6 vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2006 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S6 | X5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 92 L |