2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
