2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 BMW 320 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW 320 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 320 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |