2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 525 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |