2006 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
