2008 Audi S5 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi S5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi S5 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Audi S5.
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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S5 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S5 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
