2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 and 2001 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (226 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Audi A8 (450 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2001 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | X5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 290 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |