2009 Audi A5 vs. 2001 BMW X Coupe
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 700 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2001 BMW X Coupe | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A5 | X Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |