2009 Audi A5 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, both 2009 Audi A5 and 2009 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 530. 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 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A5 | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
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 | 6.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |