2002 Audi A6 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2002 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, 2011 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |
