2006 Audi S4 vs. 2000 BMW X5
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW X5 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Because 2000 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi S4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 BMW X5 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, 2006 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2000 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
