2009 BMW 550 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 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (360 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 550 | A5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 489 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1629 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4626 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |