2005 Audi S4 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 BMW 330 (480 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
