2005 Audi A4 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
