2009 Audi A4 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 885 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |