2006 Audi A4 vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 5 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 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2011 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
