2006 Audi A8 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 A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | X1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
