BMW 318ci or Audi a4 1.8?

Tlevinxs · 15-11-2010 4:26pm #1

Hi Lads!

Have a choice between buying a BMW 318 or Audi A4 of 2002 year? Im 21, whant somethin fast.

Which car you think is better? Question to owners of BMW and Audi. And if Audi which engine is better 1.9tdi? ot 1.8 petrol? Thanks

EPM · 15-11-2010 4:30pm

If it's the 1.8t in the Audi it will be more powerful than the 2 litre in the BMW...if you want something fast though I wouldn't consider either fast tbh

listermint · 15-11-2010 4:34pm

Of the 2, Personally I feel the 318 is a better drive. It is stiffer on the road but also feels more responsive.

The A4 is more forgiving (depending on alloys obv) it can be quite comfortable. Ive found Audi clutch pedals to sit alot higher, this makes it slightly uncomfortable on the ankle. This from 3/4 different Audis, others might have different experience.

I like the multi function steering wheel in the 318 the lack of it annoys me in the Audi. I do prefer the 1.8 T petrol engine in the audio over the 318 anyday.. It just really seems to have more (far more)

Between the 2.... I think the 2002 A4 styling has dated somewhat now. Prefer the E46 for styling. Coupes especially.

So in summation The E46 has a better driver feedback but the engine is lacking over the A4. Enjoy your decission.

Anan1 · 15-11-2010 4:40pm

Tlevinxs wrote: »

Hi Lads!

Have a choice between buying a BMW 318 or Audi A4 of 2002 year? Im 21, whant somethin fast.

Well it's not either of those! How would your insurance be on the likes of a Clio 182?

Tlevinxs · 15-11-2010 4:44pm

Anan1 wrote: »

Well it's not either of those! How would your insurance be on the likes of a Clio 182?

WEl i have levin now and a pay 1000 euro, anyaway dont want any other car just these

Tlevinxs · 15-11-2010 4:47pm

listermint wrote: »

Of the 2, Personally I feel the 318 is a better drive. It is stiffer on the road but also feels more responsive.

The A4 is more forgiving (depending on alloys obv) it can be quite comfortable. Ive found Audi clutch pedals to sit alot higher, this makes it slightly uncomfortable on the ankle. This from 3/4 different Audis, others might have different experience.

I like the multi function steering wheel in the 318 the lack of it annoys me in the Audi. I do prefer the 1.8 T petrol engine in the audio over the 318 anyday.. It just really seems to have more (far more)

Between the 2.... I think the 2002 A4 styling has dated somewhat now. Prefer the E46 for styling. Coupes especially.

So in summation The E46 has a better driver feedback but the engine is lacking over the A4. Enjoy your decission.

This is exactly why i dont know what to choose, Audi 1.8 is much faster that BMW 318, but BMW is better on the road looks nicer, but engine...:(

listermint · 15-11-2010 4:49pm

Tlevinxs wrote: »

This is exactly why i dont know what to choose, Audi 1.8 is much faster that BMw 318, bit BMW is better on the road looks nicer, but engine...:(

Well if you can stretch, get the 325. Huge difference.

Friend recently got a 320 Ci and even that was an improvment. The extra 2 cylinders make all the difference and also sounds much nicer.

Anan1 · 15-11-2010 4:51pm

Tlevinxs wrote: »

WEl i have levin now and a pay 1000 euro, anyaway dont want any other car just these

It depends what you value. They're both slow, but the BMW will handle better. This is a double-edged sword, as IMO it only highlights the limp-wristed engine. In the case of the Audi, the 1.9TDI belongs in a tractor but it's reliable and a good bit more economical than the 1.8T. If I were 21 i'd have zero interest in either, but that's just me.:)

listermint · 15-11-2010 4:55pm

Anan1 wrote: »

It depends what you value. They're both slow, but the BMW will handle better. This is a double-edged sword, as IMO it only highlights the limp-wristed engine. In the case of the Audi, the 1.9TDI belongs in a tractor but it's reliable and a good bit more economical than the 1.8T. If I were 21 i'd have zero interest in either, but that's just me.:)

I can see the appeal to any 21 year old. tbh, perception or otherwise they both have good exterior styling. And lets face it the badge is the badge. Thats just the way it is.

Tlevinxs · 15-11-2010 4:55pm

Anan1 wrote: »

It depends what you value. They're both slow, but the BMW will handle better. This is a double-edged sword, as IMO it only highlights the limp-wristed engine. In the case of the Audi, the 1.9TDI belongs in a tractor but it's reliable and a good bit more economical than the 1.8T. If I were 21 i'd have zero interest in either, but that's just me.:)

Ok and which car would you choose then?

RobAMerc · 15-11-2010 5:05pm

by speed do you mean which has more grunt ? because if you drive normal B road type stuff the Audi couldn't keep up to the BMW just because you couldn't hustle an A4 along at the same pace as a 3 series. The Audi may make up for it in poke ( engine dependant obviously ) though, but for me I'd rather an engaging drive that I didn't have to scrub off.

btw the Clio 182 would be a much better choice for a 21 yo ( provided you don't have chizzlers )

Anan1 · 15-11-2010 5:10pm

Tlevinxs wrote: »

Ok and which car would you choose then?

I'd hands-down take a Clio 182 over a BMW 318 at any age, and that's just off the top of my head.

Idbatterim · 15-11-2010 5:13pm

if going for a 318ci, make sure its an 02 atleast, the engine received an extra 25bhp and better fuel economy from late 01 I think, I think air con is standard from all 02+ cars, mfsw is nice, so is leather, most wont have sunroof. If your in dublin, make sure you get car checked by BMW specialist, I would recommend AC car sales. M sports are much nicer looking, but you could simply buy a standard 318ci and get an msport bumper installed... I reckon a good 02 318ci is worth 6k max, my bro bought the chepest 02 on carzone last year from a Dublin dealer for €8500, they cheapest one now is under €5000!

Tlevinxs · 15-11-2010 5:14pm

Anan1 wrote: »

I'd hands-down take a Clio 182 over a BMW 318 at any age, and that's just off the top of my head.

What about Honda Civic Coupe 1.6 dohc, was thinking about this car, but the only reason i refused is that because its hard to find in good condition, the one that I saw is just rubbish, people just kill these car, you know what i mean

Anan1 · 15-11-2010 5:15pm

Tlevinxs wrote: »

What about Honda Civic Coupe 1.6 dohc, was thinking about this car, but the only reason i refused is that because its hard to find in good condition, the one that I saw is just rubbish, people just kill these car, you know what i mean

Like you say, it'll be hard to find a good one. I think a good first step will be to get insurance quotes for a range of cars. I take it you've a few years NCB?

Tlevinxs · 15-11-2010 5:17pm

Anan1 wrote: »

Like you say, it'll be hard to find a good one. I think a good first step will be to get insurance quotes for a range of cars. I take it you've a few years NCB?

Yea i have 4 years NCB.

Idbatterim · 15-11-2010 5:22pm

Op, given that I constantly check carzone, the below is an all rounder and is fairly prices, might be worth a look...

http://www.carzone.ie/search/BMW/3-Series/318-COUP/201046200227203/advert?channel=CARS

One thing is for sure, purely on looks, that car will destroy the other cars being suggested! Also do the others have mfsw and climate control, leather?

Tlevinxs · 15-11-2010 5:26pm

Idbatterim wrote: »

Op, given that I constantly check carzone, the below is an all rounder and is fairly prices, might be worth a look...

http://www.carzone.ie/search/BMW/3-Series/318-COUP/201046200227203/advert?channel=CARS

One thing is for sure, purely on looks, that car will destroy the other cars being suggested! Also do the others have mfsw and climate control, leather?

Thanks. Yea looks very very nice:). If she were black, then would defenetly take it

Idbatterim · 15-11-2010 5:28pm

also in relation to the insurance nononsense.ie are vastly cheaper anytime I have had to renew...

Anan1 · 15-11-2010 5:31pm

Tlevinxs wrote: »

Yea i have 4 years NCB.

That's a good start! Get out there and drive loads of different cars too, you'll be surprised at the differences between what you thought you'd like and what you actually like.

Tlevinxs · 15-11-2010 5:35pm

Anan1 wrote: »

That's a good start! Get out there and drive loads of different cars too, you'll be surprised at the differences between what you thought you'd like and what you actually like.

Thanks! will think about this :rolleyes:

roguey · 15-11-2010 7:02pm

What would ya think about an E36 3 series? IMO, they look just as good and you would be able to get more bang for your buck?

Also check out http://www.bmw-driver.net/ in particular the for sale section, some lovely 3 series' on there!

Tlevinxs · 15-11-2010 7:47pm

roguey wrote: »

What would ya think about an E36 3 series? IMO, they look just as good and you would be able to get more bang for your buck?

Also check out http://www.bmw-driver.net/ in particular the for sale section, some lovely 3 series' on there!

DO you mean the older version of BMW? up to 00?

Idbatterim · 15-11-2010 8:11pm

The older E36 I find very dated looking, personally...

Squall19 · 15-11-2010 11:01pm

Dont agree that the 1.8t Audi A4 isnt fast.Compared to an RS4 yeah its slow, but less than 1% of motorists have that kinda power.

http://cars.donedeal.ie/for-sale/cars/1634809

The S line puts out almost 190bhp factory settings and the 1.8t is well known to go over well over 250bhp with ease, its very tuneable.

The S line with a decent custom remap will run 60's below 7secs, thats fast.

BMW 318ci or Audi a4 1.8?

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