2009 Audi A5 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, both 2009 Audi A5 and 2009 BMW 125 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2009 BMW 125 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A5 | 125 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |