2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW X5

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 BMW X5
Make Audi BMW
Model A4 X5
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1785 cc 2926 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 174 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 520 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 18.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 2170 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 8.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 93 L


 

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