2006 Audi S6 vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 Audi S6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (329 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW X5. (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S6 | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
