2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW 730
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 BMW 730 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 200 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 730. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 BMW 730 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 730 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |