2007 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 Audi S4.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2010 Audi S4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 525 | S4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |