2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc, 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (250 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
