2009 Audi A8 vs. 2006 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (316 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A8 | 2006 BMW X5 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |