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 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.

Because 2007 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2007 BMW 320
Make Audi BMW
Model A4 320
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 331 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 90 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 197 km/hour 221 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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