2005 Audi S4 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
