2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 and 2009 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | X6 | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |