2002 Audi S3 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi S3 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Audi S3. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2002 Audi S3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi S3. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi S3 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | S3 | 530 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1423 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |