2006 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Audi A4.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 330 | A4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |