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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2006 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A4 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 525 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |