2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (226 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A4 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |