2001 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Steppenwolf would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Steppenwolf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Steppenwolf should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf.
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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf. (325 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Steppenwolf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Steppenwolf | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Steppenwolf | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
