2004 BMW 118 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 118 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 118 | A3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 180 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |