2004 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
