2005 Audi A3 vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 BMW 535.
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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2009 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
