2006 Audi A4 vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2003 BMW 325 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 325 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |