2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (130 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |