2007 Audi S4 vs. 2002 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2002 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S4 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
