1999 Audi A4 vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 330 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |