2006 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 550.
Because 2011 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 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, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 550. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2011 Audi S6 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 550 | S6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4801 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2847 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |