2007 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, both 2007 Audi A6 and 2007 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 536 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |