2009 Audi S5 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, both 2009 Audi S5 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 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 100 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Because 2009 Audi S5 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 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) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm). This means 2009 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S5 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S5 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 354 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
