2002 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2002 BMW 330 (421 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
