2005 Audi A6 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 7 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 85 L |
