2008 Audi A4 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (395 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW X5 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
