2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW 530
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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |