2002 Audi A4 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 333 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Audi A4 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |