2006 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Audi A4.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2006 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 530 | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |