2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 BMW 120
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 BMW 120 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 120 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |