2009 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, both 2009 BMW 525 and 2009 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2009 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 525 | A4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |