2007 Audi S6 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2007 Audi S6.
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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S6. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S6 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S6 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
