2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 320 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |