2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. 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, 2006 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5. 2006 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A4 | 2006 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |