1998 Audi A6 vs. 2011 BMW X5

To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1998 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A6. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Audi A6 2011 BMW X5
Make Audi BMW
Model A6 X5
Year Released 1998 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 540 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 217 km/hour 209 km/hour
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 2150 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4857 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1933 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1776 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2934 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 85 L


 

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