2001 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 BMW X5.
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, 2011 Audi A5 (349 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X5 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
