2005 Audi A4 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 8 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
