2006 Audi A6 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 660 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
