2002 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 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 98 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 318 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
