2001 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 520 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Audi A4.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 520 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 520 | A4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |