2005 Audi A4 vs. 2008 BMW 120
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2008 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
