2004 Audi A4 vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2003 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
