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 13 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (141 HP @ 4200 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 BMW 120 weights approximately 425 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 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 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 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.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |