2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
