2001 Audi A6 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Audi A6.
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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | X6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |