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 4,163 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 @ 5900 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 265 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2978 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 | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
