2001 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2001 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 318 | A4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |