2001 Audi A8 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 5 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 5,998 cc, 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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 (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
