2006 Audi A3 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Audi A3 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |