2008 Audi A5 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A5 would be higher. 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 107 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A5 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
