2000 Audi A4 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
