1997 Audi A4 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
