2006 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 550 | A3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |