2003 BMW 545 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 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 BMW 545.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5. 2010 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 545 | A5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |