2005 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Audi S3
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 337 kg more than 2004 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi S3 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2004 Audi S3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 525 | S3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1423 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
