2005 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 213 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
