2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,170 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 320 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |