2006 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X5 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4969 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
