2005 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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 A8 (445 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 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 A8 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 525 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
