Model Year | 2010 | 2013 | |
Model | BMW 1-Series | Audi A4 / S4 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,659 mm | 2,809 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,361 mm | 4,702 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,748 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,422 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,535 kg | 1,785 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 64 L | -11 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 963 mm | 1,016 mm | 962 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,372 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 953 mm | -11 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 813 mm | 894 mm | -81 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,943 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 283 L | 351 L | -68 L |
2010 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
2013 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Without question, the most comfortable car for long road trips that I've ever owned. Our family of four took a road trip of ~2000 miles, longest single-day drive was 11 hours, and never felt any fatigue or discomfort from the seating. Seats are firm and supportive but not harsh or uncomfortable. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2013 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Like German cars, the seats are quite hard. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |