2004 Audi A4 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (202 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
