2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, both 2006 Audi RS4 and 2006 BMW 523 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (415 HP) has 240 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523. 2006 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2006 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | RS4 | 523 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
