2002 Audi RS4 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Audi RS4.
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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS4 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | RS4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
