2007 Audi S4 vs. 2006 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 200 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 2006 BMW 318 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S4 | 318 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
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 | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |