2007 Audi A3 vs. 2007 BMW 730
To start off, both 2007 Audi A3 and 2007 BMW 730 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi A3 | 2007 BMW 730 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A3 | 730 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |