2004 Audi A4 vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 6 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
