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 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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, 2006 BMW 525 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 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
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 | 1781 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |