2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2003 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
