2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 85 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 2006 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 318 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (196 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 318 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |