2003 Audi A2 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A2 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A2. (141 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A2 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A2 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
