2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 6 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. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
