2004 BMW 118 vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 118 | 2010 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 118 | A4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |