2007 Audi RS4 vs. 2007 BMW X5

To start off, both 2007 Audi RS4 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8205 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (283 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 Audi RS4.

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 (440 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi RS4. (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi RS4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi RS4 2007 BMW X5
Make Audi BMW
Model RS4 X5
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 4398 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 420 HP 283 HP
Engine RPM 8205 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 5400 RPM
Top Speed 249 km/hour 206 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 2180 kg
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1880 mm


 

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