2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | X5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |