2004 Audi A3 vs. 2007 BMW Alpina
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 248 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (252 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2007 BMW Alpina | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | Alpina |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 500 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |