2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
