2005 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 320 | A5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |