2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 330. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 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 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.7 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 | 1494 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |