2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 BMW 328

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 BMW 328 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.

Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 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, 2008 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 BMW 328
Make Audi BMW
Model A4 328
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3188 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L