2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545. 2004 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2004 BMW 545 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | R8 | 545 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |