2008 Audi A5 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, both 2008 Audi A5 and 2008 BMW X5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,619 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
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, 2008 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A5 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4619 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |
