2005 Audi A6 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 A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 545 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 X6 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6. 2012 BMW X6 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. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A6 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | X6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |