2008 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2008 BMW 325.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 325 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 325 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |