2004 Audi A4 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 24 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.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
