2003 Audi A6 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A6 (339 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A6 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
