2001 Audi A6 vs. 2000 BMW X5
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
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, 2001 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2000 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
