2005 Audi RS4 vs. 2004 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 Audi RS4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS4 (376 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS4 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi RS4 (449 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS4 | 2004 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | RS4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
