2009 Audi S5 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S5 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Audi S5.
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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S5 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S5 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
