2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW 630

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 BMW 630 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 630. 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 BMW 630 (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 BMW 630
Make Audi BMW
Model A4 630
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 234 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 6.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1565 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 70 L


 

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