2001 Audi A3 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
