2001 Audi A2 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A2 | 330 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |