2009 Audi A5 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A5 | 118 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |