2008 Audi A5 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. 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, 2008 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325. 2008 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A5 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
