2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 BMW 318.
Because 2008 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 BMW 318 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 318 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 321 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |