2006 Audi A3 vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 135 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
