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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1355 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
