The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Manual
Manual
Engine:
2.0 Petrol
2.0 Petrol
Performance
Power:
137 HP
129 HP
Torque:
168 NM
162 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
10.4 seconds
12 seconds
Audi 100 is more dynamic to drive. Audi 100 engine produces 8 HP more power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 6 NM more than BMW 5 series. Thanks to more power Audi 100 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.6 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
10.8
10.0
The BMW 5 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Audi 100 consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Audi 100 could require 120 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
80 litres
80 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
740 km in combined cycle
800 km in combined cycle
BMW 5 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Dimensions
Length:
4.79 m
4.72 m
Width:
1.78 m
1.75 m
Height:
1.44 m
1.41 m
Both cars are similar in size. Audi 100 is 7 cm longer than the BMW 5 series, 3 cm wider, while the height of Audi 100 is 3 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
390 litres
460 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1310 litres
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Audi 100 has 70 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. This could mean that the Audi 100 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter:
11.4 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Audi 100 is 0.4 metres more than that of the BMW 5 series, which means Audi 100 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
