2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 BMW X6
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 BMW X6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. 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, 2009 BMW X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 BMW X6 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | X6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |