2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Audi S4
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Audi S4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Audi S4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 320 | S4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |