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. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
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 |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 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 |