2005 Audi S4 vs. 2001 BMW X5
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 410 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2001 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 93 L |
