2011 Audi A5 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi A5 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A5 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4623 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1382 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
