2006 Audi Allroad 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 Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2006 Audi Allroad. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (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 Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi Allroad | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | Allroad | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |