2007 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
