2003 Audi RS4 vs. 2003 BMW 530
To start off, both 2003 Audi RS4 and 2003 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Audi RS4.
Because 2003 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi RS4 | 2003 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | RS4 | 530 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 449 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |