2007 Audi A3 vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 117 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.
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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | A3 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
