2004 Audi A6 vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 BMW X5 (475 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (300 Nm). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
