2001 Audi A8 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 12 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, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2013 BMW X1.
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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | X1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 63 L |
