2010 Audi S4 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 BMW X6. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2010 Audi S4.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S4. 2013 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi S4 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1826 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
