2007 Audi S3 vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, both 2007 Audi S3 and 2007 BMW 318 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S3 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Audi S3.
Because 2007 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S3 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 S3 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S3 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | S3 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
