2009 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 320 | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |