2002 Audi A8 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Audi A8. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
