2007 Audi A4 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A4 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| 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 | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
