2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2009 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | RS4 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
