2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 595 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 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. 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 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |