2006 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi RS5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 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 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 525 | RS5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
