2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 BMW 530.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 530. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A5 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
