2003 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 520 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 520 | A5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |