2006 Audi A4 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |