2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 BMW 525.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 525. 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
