2003 Audi A8 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2003 Audi A8.
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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A8 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | X5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 272 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |