2003 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 9 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 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 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | X5 | A8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |