2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW X5
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |