2003 Audi A6 vs. 2003 BMW X Activity
To start off, both 2003 Audi A6 and 2003 BMW X Activity were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 BMW X Activity. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X Activity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2003 BMW X Activity. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X Activity. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 2003 BMW X Activity | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | X Activity |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |