2007 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 330 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
