2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 BMW 120

To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 BMW 120 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.

Because 2009 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 BMW 120 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 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A4 2009 BMW 120
Make Audi BMW
Model A4 120
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 195 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 53 L


 

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