BMW 4 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 4 series engine produces 41 HP more power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 20 NM more than BMW 5 series. Thanks to more power BMW 4 series reaches 100 km/h speed 2.1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
4.6
4.5
Real fuel consumption:
6.3 l/100km
6.3 l/100km
By specification BMW 4 series consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW 4 series could require 15 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
57 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1230 km in combined cycle
1550 km in combined cycle
1390 km on highway
1700 km on highway
900 km with real consumption
1110 km with real consumption
BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Ground clearance:
130 mm (5.1 inches)
141 mm (5.6 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, BMW 5 series can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this BMW 5 series version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from nine 4x4 versions of BMW 5 series 2013 if off-road driveability is important to you.
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
330'000 km
330'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
18 years
18 years
Dimensions
Length:
4.64 m
4.91 m
Width:
1.83 m
1.86 m
Height:
1.39 m
1.46 m
BMW 4 series is smaller. BMW 4 series is 27 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 3 cm narrower, while the height of BMW 4 series is 8 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
481 litres
520 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1300 litres
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. BMW 4 series has 39 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series.
Turning diameter:
11.3 meters
12 meters
The turning circle of the BMW 4 series is 0.7 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series, which means BMW 4 series can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
