2001 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Audi A6. (300 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | X5 | A6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |