2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 520 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 520. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 2012 BMW 520 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 520 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |