2009 Audi A4 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. 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 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A4 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |