2005 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
