2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW 325

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.

Because 2005 BMW 325 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 BMW 325
Make Audi BMW
Model A4 325
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 184 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 234 km/hour 234 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 8.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.9 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 63 L


 

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