2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. 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 A8 (430 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A8 | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 238 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |