2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |