2009 Audi A8 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
