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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 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 610 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.
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, 2007 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |