2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 BMW 135 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2009 BMW 135 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 135. 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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
