2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 BMW X5
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (350 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 2004 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | X5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |