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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4.

Because 2005 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 BMW 330
Make Audi BMW
Model A4 330
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 89.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 63 L