2007 Audi A4 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
