2001 Audi A8 vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (315 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. 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, 2006 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2006 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | X5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4392 cc |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 92 L |