2003 Audi A8 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A8 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
