2005 Audi Allroad vs. 2000 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad will offer significantly more control. 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 Allroad (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 2000 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Allroad | 520 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
