2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 BMW 550
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 BMW 550 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 550. 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 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 550 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 550 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4799 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 491 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |