2005 Audi S4 vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X5 (576 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2009 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
