2009 Audi A8 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 2 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6.
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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A8. (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | X6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |