2007 Audi A6 vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
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, both vehicles can yield 540 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5203 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |