1989 Audi 100 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 100 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
