2012 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A5 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2010 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X5 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | X5 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 67 L |
