2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 BMW 545
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 BMW 545 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 545. 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 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 2004 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2004 BMW 545 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 545 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |