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 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 84 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 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 225 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 120. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 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.
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 | 3189 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |