2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 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 Z4. 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 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3122 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |