2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 BMW 530
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 BMW 530.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 530 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2924 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |