2007 Audi A4 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 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 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 430 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.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2 :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 | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
