2005 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. 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 2005 BMW 730. 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 730 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
