2009 BMW 328 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 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 328 | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |