2008 Audi A4 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 153 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
