2003 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. 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 31 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
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, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |