2006 Audi A4 vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (202 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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 2012 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, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
