2009 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
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 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2012 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 530 | A4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
