1996 Audi A8 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 85 L |
