2009 Audi A5 vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
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 Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 955 kg more than 2009 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A5 | Convertible |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 4797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
