2005 Audi A6 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
