2007 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2012 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 328 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
