2008 Audi A4 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
