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 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, both vehicles can yield 351 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |