2005 Audi A6 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6.
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, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
