1991 Audi Coupe vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1991 Audi Coupe. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1991 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi Coupe. (249 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi Coupe | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Coupe | X5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
