2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A4 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 530 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |