2003 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 BMW 530.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 530 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |