2009 Audi A4 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 3 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), 2012 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 320 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2012 BMW 320 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 2012 BMW 320. 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (351 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 3.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
