1996 Audi A4 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (173 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
