2005 Audi A4 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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 2011 BMW 118. 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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
