2006 Audi A4 vs. 2011 BMW 525

To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 BMW 525.

Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 525. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 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 2011 BMW 525
Make Audi BMW
Model A4 525
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 281 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 84 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4899 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1464 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2968 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.4 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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