2009 Audi A5 vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, both 2009 Audi A5 and 2009 BMW 328 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 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 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2009 BMW 328 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A5 | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |