2007 Audi A8 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 A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (444 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2007 Audi A8.
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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
