2005 Audi A4 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 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 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 140 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.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 3 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 | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
