2004 Audi A4 vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
