2009 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (306 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
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 BMW X5 (476 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (441 Nm). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
