2003 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP) has 222 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2003 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 325 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2914 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
