2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 BMW X5
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Audi A4 (320 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | X5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |