2015 Audi A4 vs BMW 328i
Audi and BMW have long been in competition with each other when it comes to performance vehicles, and this remains the same with their compact performance options. Even with the similarities between the 2015 Audi A4 and the BMW 328i, the A4 still outperforms the 328i in a few key areas that Clearwater, FL drivers will appreciate.
Audi A4
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All-Wheel Drive
BMW 328i
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Serving Clearwater, Tampa, and St. Petersburg
Audi and BMW have long been in competition with each other when it comes to performance vehicles, and this remains the same with their compact performance options. Even with the similarities between the 2015 Audi A4 and the BMW 328i, the A4 still outperforms the 328i in a few key areas that Clearwater, FL drivers will appreciate.
Performance
When choosing a compact sports sedan, performance in one of the most important considerations. While the BMW 328i has a rear wheel drivetrain, the Audi provides all-wheel drive, and this is important for Clearwater drivers who often drive on rain-slickened roads. The all-wheel drive system will provide better traction in wet conditions, which can be the difference between slipping and a major accident.
The Audi provides torque of 258 @ 1500 RPM, compared with the slightly less 255 @ 1250 RPM for the BMW. While these numbers are similar, the additional torque provided by the A4 gives it that much more potential to reach higher speeds quickly. When driving on the highway in heavy Tampa, FL traffic, this means you will have more agility during the drive.
The 2015 A4 also features multi-link front suspension, whereas the 328i has strut front suspension. This results in the Audi providing superior handling and a more comfortable ride when dealing with bumpy or uneven roads.
Safety & Convenience
The safety of a vehicle is always a question when it comes to car buying. The 2015 Audi A4 earned a 5 star frontal crash rating, the BMW 328i only earned 4. This is just another indication of how much emphasis Audi places in protecting drivers and their passengers.
Along with being safe, the Audi A4 took convenience to another level. By providing both, front and rear air conditioning, the driver and passengers can ride in comfort, whereas the BMW 328i doesn’t provide it for the rear.
David Jacovides
Crown Audi
* Vehicle crash and safety data is provided by NHTSA, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA testing was established by Congress to reduce highway deaths and injuries.