2003 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
