540i xDrive vs S5 Avant
BMW · Audi
1/4 Mile winner
540i xDrive
Beats the S5 Avant by 0.00s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 540i xDrive beats the S5 Avant by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 540i xDrive thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
375 hp
362 hp
0–100 km/h
4.6s
4.6s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
3.0L Turbo I6 MHEV
3.0L Turbo V6 MHEV
Fuel
Mild Hybrid
Mild Hybrid
Torque
540 Nm
550 Nm
Price
$70,000
$66,000
Simulated race times
Distance
540i xDrive
S5 Avant
100 m
5.621s
5.621s
1/8 mile
8.328s
8.328s
1/4 mile
12.562s
12.562s
1 km
22.679s
22.679s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: S5 Avant is $66,000 vs $70,000 for the 540i xDrive — a $4,000 gap. Power: 540i xDrive makes 13 hp more (375 vs 362).
FAQ
Which is faster, the 540i xDrive or the S5 Avant?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 540i xDrive is faster, beating the S5 Avant by 0.00 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 540i xDrive vs the S5 Avant?
The 540i xDrive hits 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds, while the S5 Avant does it in 4.6 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 540i xDrive produces 375 hp; the S5 Avant produces 362 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 540i xDrive tops out at 250 km/h, and the S5 Avant reaches 250 km/h.
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