2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | X6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |