2004 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2012 Audi R8.
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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5. 2004 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X5 | R8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 90 L |
