2005 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 730 | A4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |