2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 330 | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |