2001 Audi A8 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2001 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2890 mm |
