2009 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2009 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
