2006 Audi Allroad vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 Audi Allroad is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi Allroad (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi Allroad weights approximately 404 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi Allroad (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Allroad | 2003 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | Allroad | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
