2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
