2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Avantissimo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Avantissimo would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2001 Audi Avantissimo.
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 Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (406 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Avantissimo | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2934 mm |
