2001 Audi A6 vs. 2001 BMW X Coupe
To start off, both 2001 Audi A6 and 2001 BMW X Coupe were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6. 2001 BMW X Coupe has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2001 BMW X Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X Coupe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
