2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (250 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (202 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |