2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 BMW 128
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 BMW 128 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 BMW 128. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 128.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 128. 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 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 128 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
