2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 5 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), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
