BMW 3 series 2015 vs Audi A5 2016
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 163 HP | 190 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds | |
| BMW 3 series engine produces 27 HP less power than Audi A5, the torque is the same for both cars. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 4.6 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 57 litres | 40 litres | |
| 1050 km with real consumption | 600 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 330'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Audi A5 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Audi A4, Audi A6, Audi Q5, Audi Q3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Audi A5 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Audi A5 2016 2.0 engine: The Audi 2.0 TDI from the EA288 family (engine code DETA, 190 hp) is a modern diesel designed to combine good performance with efficiency. In general it has a solid reputation and, when properly maintained, can exceed 300,000 km. Nevertheless, like most contemporary ... More about Audi A5 2016 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.63 m | 4.73 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.39 m | |
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BMW 3 series is smaller, but higher. BMW 3 series is 10 cm shorter than the Audi A5, 3 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 3 series is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 480 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`970 | 2`095 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | above average | |
| Audi A5 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 3 series has serious deffects in 40 percent more cases than Audi A5, so Audi A5 quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 22 000 | 24 600 | |
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