2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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 (286 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 325 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |