2001 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 330 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |