2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 BMW 118
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 BMW 118 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118. 2009 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
