2009 Audi S5 vs. 2000 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 Audi S5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Audi S5.
Because 2009 Audi S5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 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 S5 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S5 | 2000 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S5 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
