2005 Audi A8 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 180 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 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |