2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2003 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2006 Audi Allroad.
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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Allroad. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2003 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Allroad | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |
