2006 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 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 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
