2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 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 530 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |