2006 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 320 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |