2006 Audi A3 vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 85 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 2011 BMW 123. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | 123 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |