2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 BMW X5
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 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 5,998 cc, 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (321 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
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 Audi A8 (560 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4392 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 92 L |