2009 Audi R8 vs. 2009 BMW X6
To start off, both 2009 Audi R8 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X6. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X6. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2009 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 301 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
