2008 BMW 528 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 BMW 528.
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 A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 528 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 528 | A5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |