2003 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2011 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (400 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4. 2003 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW X5 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | X5 | A4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 65 L |