2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 BMW 320 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 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. 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 320 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 BMW 320 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 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 320 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
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 | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |