2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW Z4. 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 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A4 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2497 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |