2005 Audi A4 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
