2005 Audi A6 vs. 2003 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A6 | 2003 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |