2009 Audi A4 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 221 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 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A4 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |