2005 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 450 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 80 L |
