2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2010 BMW 328.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 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, 2010 BMW 328 (271 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (230 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 328 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 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
