2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 R8 (530 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (290 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2004 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | R8 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 92 L |
