2008 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 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 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7.5 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 | 1530 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
