2006 Audi A4 vs. 2008 BMW 328
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 2 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), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 275 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 2008 BMW 328 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, 2008 BMW 328 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 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2008 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
