2005 Audi A4 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
