Audi 100 1991 vs BMW 5 series 1993
| Body: | Estate car / wagon | Sedan | |
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| 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: | 2.5 Diesel | 2.5 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 115 HP | 115 HP | |
| Torque: | 265 NM | 222 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.6 seconds | 13 seconds | |
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Audi 100 is more dynamic to drive. Audi 100 and BMW 5 series have the same engine power, but Audi 100 torque is 43 NM more than BMW 5 series. Audi 100 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.5 | 7.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.7 l/100km | 7.4 l/100km | |
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The Audi 100 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Audi 100 consumes 0.6 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that by driving the Audi 100 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 90 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi 100 consumes 0.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 80 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1230 km in combined cycle | 1120 km in combined cycle | |
| 1190 km with real consumption | 1080 km with real consumption | ||
| Audi 100 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 770'000 km | 480'000 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 100 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 6 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Audi A6 | Used also on BMW 3 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 5 series might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Audi 100 1991 2.5 engine: Very reliable engine if not overheated. Occasionally, the high pressure fuel pump can cause problems. | |||
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 | no data | |
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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. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`025 | 1`975 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | above average | |
| BMW 5 series has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Audi 100 has serious deffects in 25 percent more cases than BMW 5 series, so BMW 5 series quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 4400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.8/10 | 8.2/10 | |
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