2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 6 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2011 BMW 125. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
