2009 Audi A5 vs. 2002 BMW 740
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 1121 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2002 BMW 740 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A5 | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |