2001 Audi A8 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 11 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 6,005 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (414 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (542 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6005 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
