2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 6 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), 2011 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2011 BMW 1 Series 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 2011 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
