2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW 535
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 BMW 535 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 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 BMW 535.
Because 2007 BMW 535 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 535. 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 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 BMW 535 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 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW 535 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 535 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |