2008 Audi A5 vs. 2008 BMW 535
To start off, both 2008 Audi A5 and 2008 BMW 535 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 535. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A5 | 2008 BMW 535 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A5 | 535 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |