2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 2993 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |