2011 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X5 | 2007 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X5 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
