2007 Audi A4 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
