2008 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M3. 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M3 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
