1999 Audi S8 vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 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 103 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8.
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 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2009 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S8 | X5 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |