2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 BMW 328
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 BMW 328 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 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (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 328. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2009 BMW 328 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 328 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |