2009 Audi A5 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, both 2009 Audi A5 and 2009 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 330. 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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 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 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A5 | 330 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |