2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 786 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 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 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
