2004 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2013 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 (447 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 545 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
