2009 BMW 550 vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Audi S3. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S3.
Because 2011 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 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 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi S3. (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2011 Audi S3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 550 | S3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
