2005 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 8 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 695 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
