2007 Audi A4 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (280 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
