2005 Audi A4 vs. 2001 BMW X Coupe
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 BMW X Coupe.
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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2001 BMW X Coupe | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | X Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
