2006 BMW 630 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2006 BMW 630.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 630 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
