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 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 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 Audi A4 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm). 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 | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |