2011 BMW X6 vs. 2001 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 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 X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X6 | 2001 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
