2003 Audi A8 vs. 2006 BMW 525

To start off, 2006 BMW 525 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi A8 2006 BMW 525
Make Audi BMW
Model A8 525
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3936 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 650 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 78.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L


 

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