2001 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 12 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (391 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
