2002 Audi A2 vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2002 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A2 | 2005 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A2 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 93 L |
