2006 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
