2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2007 Audi A4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
