2005 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Audi A6. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2013 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 525 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2912 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
