2004 Audi A4 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 5 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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, 2009 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 530 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |