2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 BMW 525
To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 and 2008 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2008 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
