2006 Audi A6 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 675 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 2012 BMW X5 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 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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 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 | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |