2008 BMW 316 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 316 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
