2007 Audi A3 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,001 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 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, 2007 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3001 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |
